Understanding the Moon Phase: What to Expect on June 4
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on June 4
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On June 4, the Moon will be in a Waning Gibbous phase, illuminated at 87%. Observers can see features like Mare Serenitatis and Aristarchus Plateau with the naked eye. The next Full Moon is on June 29.
- 01The Moon phase on June 4 is Waning Gibbous with 87% illumination.
- 02Key features visible include Mare Serenitatis and Aristarchus Plateau without equipment.
- 03Using binoculars, observers can see the Grimaldi Basin and Alps Mountains.
- 04A telescope reveals more details, including Apollo landing sites.
- 05The next Full Moon will occur on June 29.
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On June 4, the Moon will be in the Waning Gibbous phase, with 87% of its surface illuminated. This phase allows observers to see various surface features without the need for advanced equipment. Notable features visible to the naked eye include the Mare Serenitatis and Aristarchus Plateau. For those with binoculars, additional features like the Grimaldi Basin and the Alps Mountains can be observed. Using a telescope enhances the experience further, allowing viewers to spot the Apollo 15 and 16 landing sites and the Caucasus Mountains. The Moon goes through a complete cycle of phases every 29.5 days, transitioning from New Moon to Full Moon and back. The next Full Moon is set for June 29, making it an exciting time for lunar observation.
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